Anabela Quelha
About Anabela Quelha
Anabela Quelha serves as the Director of US Business Operations at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. since 2022, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in healthcare and real estate management.
Work at KalVista Pharmaceuticals
Anabela Quelha currently serves as the Director of US Business Operations at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects of the business, ensuring effective management and compliance with industry standards. Prior to her current title, she worked as the Senior Manager of US Business Operations at the same company from 2017 to 2022, where she contributed to the operational strategies and initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers
Anabela Quelha has extensive experience with the Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS), where she held multiple roles over an eight-year period from 2006 to 2014. Initially, she served as Program Manager from 2002 to 2006, followed by her role as Director. During her tenure, she ensured compliance with state and federal policies and procedures while overseeing grants management, and she developed programs aimed at enhancing public health initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Anabela Quelha holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northeastern University and a Master of Science in Communications with a focus on Advertising and Marketing from Boston University. Her educational background supports her expertise in business operations, health communications, and real estate management. She is recognized for her ability to optimize real estate opportunities and manage property portfolios to achieve profitability.
Contributions to Public Health Initiatives
Throughout her career, Anabela Quelha has made significant contributions to public health initiatives, particularly in HIV/AIDS programming. She developed a model of collaboration between non-clinical and clinical sites that has been adopted statewide by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Additionally, she initiated programs that expanded educational and healthcare technology, resulting in substantial investments in public health.
Real Estate Management Expertise
Anabela Quelha has a strong background in real estate management, where she has demonstrated expertise in reducing costs, minimizing waste, and maximizing rent yield. She has been involved in managing a portfolio of properties for Sutton Properties since 1999, focusing on achieving targeted profitability and optimizing real estate opportunities.